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The Best Zucchini Bread

This simple and delicious zucchini bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any cozy night in or rainy day treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the nuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serving suggestions include warm slices with butter, drizzled honey or maple syrup, and pairing with coffee or tea. Store at room temperature or refrigerate for freshness, and freeze for longer storage.